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Here are the latest breaking news stories from the BBC:

Top Stories

  1. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests positive for COVID-19: The Prime Minister has announced that he has tested positive for COVID-19 and is self-isolating.
  2. US and China agree to phase one trade deal: The two countries have reached a deal to phase in trade tariffs, with the US agreeing to reduce some tariffs on Chinese goods.
  3. Iran's top nuclear scientist assassinated: Iran's top nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, has been assassinated in a targeted attack, according to Iranian officials.

World News

  1. France and Germany agree to new EU budget: The two countries have agreed to a new EU budget, which will increase funding for the bloc's climate and digital policies.
  2. Russia and Turkey agree to ceasefire in Syria: Russia and Turkey have agreed to a ceasefire in Syria, which will come into effect on Thursday.
  3. Australia bushfires: Thousands of firefighters battle blazes: Thousands of firefighters are battling bushfires across Australia, with the country experiencing its worst fire season on record.

UK News

  1. UK COVID-19 cases rise by 15,000 in 24 hours: The UK has seen a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, with 15,000 new cases reported in the past 24 hours.
  2. UK economy shrinks by 2.6% in third quarter: The UK economy has shrunk by 2.6% in the third quarter, according to official figures.
  3. UK and EU agree to extend Brexit transition period: The UK and EU have agreed to extend the Brexit transition period until the end of June 2021.

Business News

  1. Oil prices fall as OPEC agrees to increase production: Oil prices have fallen after OPEC agreed to increase production, despite concerns over the impact on the global economy.
  2. Amazon to create 10,000 new jobs in the UK: Amazon has announced plans to create 10,000 new jobs in the UK, as part of its expansion plans.
  3. UK inflation rate falls to 1.7%: The UK inflation rate has fallen to 1.7%, according to official figures.

These are just some of the latest breaking news stories from the BBC. Stay tuned for further updates!